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49.4% said they used free VPNs and 30.3% used a paid VPN service.

Concerningly, 18.9% stated they didn’t use a VPN.

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nearly a quarter did not believe any positive change would occur.

Iran has consistently imposed internet restrictions over the last few years.

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According toAccessNow’s KeepItOn Internet Shutdowns Report, in2024, the country experienced three internet shutdowns.

In2022this number was 18 and2023saw a significant increase to 34 shutdowns.

Social media has also seen significant restrictions.

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President Masoud Pezeshkian took office in July 2024 and has promised to ease Iran’s long-standing internet restrictions.

It therefore remains to be seen whether there’s any further reduction in Iran’s internet restrictions in 2025.

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Protecting your online security and strengthening your online privacy when abroad.

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